Norwich vs Ovington — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Norwich

NR5 · Norfolk

140

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences59
  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Criminal damage & arson14

Ovington

IP25 · Norfolk

3

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Other theft1

Ovington has less crime — 3 vs 140 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Ovington in April 2026 — 140 incidents compared to 3, a 46.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Norwich sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (21) and Criminal damage & arson (14), while Ovington has more Other theft (1). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Norwich or Ovington safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ovington recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 3 vs 140 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Ovington is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Norwich and Ovington?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Norwich saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Ovington had more Other theft. Overall, Ovington recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 140).

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